Mayor of London Boris Johnson said: "TfL's role is to look to the future, ensuring that transport continues to support jobs, homes and economic growth across the capital and the UK.

"The ambitious plans to redevelop some of TfL's land and assets presents a fantastic opportunity to support this important work and ensure public land creates homes for Londoners."

Graeme Craig, director of commercial development at TfL, said: "We have a large number of fantastic assets in superb locations across the capital, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for leading developers to help us transform this city.

"We're looking for developers who will help us realise the long-term value of our estate whilst creating the houses, jobs and economic growth to support London's growing population."